Sean Combs Archives

Authorities launch ‘interagency operation’ at federal jail in New York housing Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

NEW YORK (AP) — Federal investigators have launched an “interagency operation” at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where Sean “Diddy” Combs is incarcerated. Officials say the operation involves the Bureau of Prisons, the Justice Department’s inspector general’s office and other law enforcement agencies. The Bureau of Prisons says the operation is to ensure safety for staff and inmates and comes amid rising concerns over the jail’s poor conditions, violence, and several inmate deaths. The Bureau of Prisons says it is committed to addressing these issues and holding accountable those responsible for violence. Specific details about the operation were not disclosed.… Continue Reading

6 people accuse Diddy of sexual assault in new lawsuits, including man who was 16 at the time

NEW YORK (AP) — A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean “Diddy” Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy. At least six lawsuits were filed against the hip-hop mogul in federal court in Manhattan. They were filed anonymously, two by women identified as Jane Does and four by men identified as John Does. The accusers are part of what their lawyers say is a group of more than 100 alleged victims who are in the process of taking legal action against Combs in the wake of his sex trafficking arrest last month.… Continue Reading

Diddy faces public scrutiny over alleged sex crimes as questions arise about future of his music

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs created a hit-making empire with big name performers, earning his place as a savvy music mogul and becoming a three-time Grammy winner while securing high-profile deals across other industries. But now, Combs’ kingdom is collapsing under charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. He was arrested in New York on Sept. 16 and accused in an indictment of using his “power and prestige” to induce female victims and male sex workers in “Freak Offs” along with allegations of abuse dating back to 2008. If convicted on all counts, Combs could face at least 15 years in prison. Combs’ public image has taken a nosedive as major deals slipped away.… Continue Reading

Bureau of Prisons says it’s adding staff and making fixes at jail where Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is held

NEW YORK (AP) — The Bureau of Prisons has increased staffing at the federal jail in New York City where Sean “Diddy” Combs is incarcerated amid criticism of poor conditions and violence. The agency says it has increased the number of workers at the Brooklyn around 20% since January. But the agency says 157 positions remain vacant. The Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn has faced longstanding issues, including overcrowding, rampant contraband, and staff misconduct. Officials say they are working hard to address the myriad issues and will keep a sustained focus on the jail. The Bureau of Prisons also says it has been offering retention bonuses to address staffing shortages.… Continue Reading

Second judge refuses to grant home release to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

NEW YORK (AP) — A second judge has refused to grant bail to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. U.S. District Judge Andrew L. Carter said Wednesday that the government had proved “by clear and convincing evidence that there is no condition or set of conditions” that will ensure the safety of community and that he won’t tamper with witnesses. The hip-hop mogul pleaded not guilty following his Monday arrest on sex trafficking charges, and his lawyer says he’s innocent. Prosecutors say he used his power and prestige for years to sexually abuse women.… Continue Reading

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs jailed by judge after sex trafficking indictment

NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has been ordered held without bail in his federal sex trafficking case. U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn Tarnofsky made the decision Tuesday after hearing lengthy arguments from prosecutors and Combs’ lawyers. The music mogul pleaded not guilty to racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. An indictment accuses him of presiding over a sordid empire of sexual crimes, coercing and abusing women for years while using blackmail and shocking acts of violence to keep his victims in line. His lawyer says he will appeal the bail decision and fight the charges “to the end.”… Continue Reading